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what they do
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- Affordable Home Construction and Homeownership Programs Volunteer-Driven Affordable Home ConstructionHelps moderate to low-income families construct their own homes through a licensed construction company and a self-help housing program where families contribute 65% of the labor. The organization has assisted over 700 families in achieving homeownership and is constructing homes in the Bienestar Estates and Las Brisas subdivisions.
- Affordable Housing Development and Management Senior-Focused Affordable Housing DevelopmentDevelops and manages affordable rental housing communities, including multi-family units and senior living facilities, with properties like Bienestar Apartments I & II, Las Casitas Apartments, Tierra Del Cielo Apartments, and Las Brisas Sunset Apartments. The organization also manages 325 multi-family rental units and commercial developments, collaborating with the Yuma County Housing Department on housing voucher programs.
- Affordable Housing Development and Management Senior-Focused Affordable Housing DevelopmentDevelops and manages affordable rental housing communities, including 325 multi-family rental units across five properties (Bienestar Apartments I & II, Las Casitas Apartments, Tierra Del Cielo Apartments, Las Brisas Sunset Apartments) for various populations including seniors and those with USDA and Section 8 subsidies. The organization also purchased 100 acres for community development.
- Affordable Rental Housing ManagementManages 325 multi-family rental units, including five properties with USDA and Section 8 tenants, and collaborates with the Yuma County Housing Department. This includes operating several affordable rental communities such as Bienestar Apartments I and II, Las Casitas Apartments, Tierra Del Cielo Apartments, and Las Brisas Sunset Apartments for seniors, as well as offering units for chronically homeless individuals aged 55+.
- Affordable Rental Housing Management Senior-Focused Affordable Housing DevelopmentManages 325 multi-family rental units across several affordable communities, including Bienestar Apartments I & II, Las Casitas Apartments, Tierra Del Cielo Apartments, and Las Brisas Sunset Apartments (for seniors 55+), some subsidized by USDA and Section 8.
- Back-to-School Supply Distribution Back-to-School Supply DistributionDistributes backpacks and school supplies to over 1,200 students annually through a back-to-school giveaway event.
- Center-Based Child Care ServicesProvides center-based day care services to 111 children and their parents.
- Center-Based Day Care Services Child Care & Early Learning ProgramsProvides center-based day care services to 111 children and their parents.
- Child Care Provider Support and Food Program CACFP Support for Child Care ProvidersSupports over 500 low-income women providing home-based day care for up to six children each, offering training, home upgrades, and income supplements. The organization also sponsors the Arizona Child Adult Care Food Program (CACFP), reimbursing over 360 providers for meals served to approximately 2,160 children monthly.
- Child Care Provider Support and Food Program Sponsorship CACFP Support for Child Care ProvidersSupports over 500 low-income women providing home-based day care for up to six children each, offering training, home upgrades, and income supplements. The organization also sponsors the Arizona Child Adult Care Food Program (CACFP), reimbursing over 360 providers for meals served to approximately 2,160 children monthly.
- Child Care Provider Support and Services CACFP Support for Child Care ProvidersSupports over 500 low-income women providing home-based daycare for up to six children each, offering training in nutrition, home upgrades, income supplements, and inspections. The organization also sponsors the Arizona Child Adult Care Food Program (CACFP), reimbursing over 360 providers for nutritious meals served to approximately 2,160 children monthly, and provides center-based daycare services to 111 children.
- Clean Drinking Water Distribution Clean Water Access InitiativesDistributes clean drinking water to Arizona communities at no cost through a government grant and partnership.
- Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) Lending Certified CDFI Financial ServicesOperates a certified Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) that provides consumer and business financing to low- to moderate-income individuals and enterprises in Yuma County, Arizona.
- Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) Lending Certified CDFI Financial ServicesOperates a certified CDFI that provides consumer and business financing to low- to moderate-income individuals and enterprises in Yuma County, Arizona.
- Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) Operations Certified CDFI Financial ServicesOperates a certified Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) that provides consumer and business financing to low- to moderate-income individuals and enterprises in Yuma County, Arizona.
- Community Infrastructure and Beautification Community Park and Playground DevelopmentUndertakes community development projects such as purchasing 100 acres of land using pooled member savings, constructing a basketball court, installing an infant playground, and conducting exterior painting as part of a home beautification initiative in Bienestar Estates 9A.
- Community Infrastructure and Beautification Community Park and Playground DevelopmentUndertakes community development projects such as constructing a basketball court and installing an infant playground at Bienestar Estates 9A, and conducting exterior painting as part of a home beautification initiative in the same area.
- Community Infrastructure and Beautification Community Park and Playground DevelopmentUndertakes community development projects such as purchasing 100 acres of land, constructing a basketball court, installing an infant playground, and conducting exterior painting for home beautification in areas like Bienestar Estates 9A.
- Community Infrastructure and Beautification Projects Community Park and Playground DevelopmentUndertakes community development projects such as purchasing 100 acres of land using pooled member savings, constructing a basketball court, installing an infant playground, and conducting exterior painting as part of a home beautification initiative in Bienestar Estates 9A.
- Community Support Services Back-to-School Supply DistributionProvides fingerprinting and notary services to the community during specified weekday hours, distributes clean drinking water to Arizona communities, and gives away backpacks and school supplies to over 1,200 students annually.
- Community Support Services Back-to-School Supply DistributionOffers fingerprinting and notary services to the community during specified weekday hours. It also distributes clean drinking water to Arizona communities at no cost and provides backpacks and school supplies to over 1,200 students annually through a back-to-school giveaway event.
- Community Support Services Back-to-School Supply DistributionProvides fingerprinting and notary services to the community during specified weekday hours, distributes clean drinking water to Arizona communities at no cost, and distributes backpacks and school supplies to over 1,200 students annually through a back-to-school giveaway event.
- Fingerprinting and Notary Services Notary and Document ServicesOffers fingerprinting and notary services to the community during specified weekday hours.
- Foreclosure Intervention Counseling Foreclosure and Reverse Mortgage CounselingProvides one-on-one counseling to families to help them negotiate with lenders and avoid foreclosure.
- Home-Based Child Care Provider Support CACFP Support for Child Care ProvidersSupports over 500 low-income women providing home-based day care for up to six children each, offering training in nutrition, home upgrades, income supplements, and inspections. This includes sponsoring the Arizona Child Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) to reimburse providers for nutritious meals served to approximately 2,160 children monthly.
- Self-Help Home Construction Program Volunteer-Driven Affordable Home ConstructionFacilitates homeownership for moderate to low-income families through a self-help housing program where participants contribute 65% of the construction labor for their homes. The organization has assisted over 700 families in achieving homeownership and is currently building 10 houses in San Luis, AZ.
- Self-Help Housing Program Volunteer-Driven Affordable Home ConstructionAssists moderate to low-income families in constructing their own homes through a licensed construction company, with families contributing 65% of the construction labor. The program has helped over 700 families achieve homeownership and is currently building 10 houses in San Luis, AZ.
- Self-Help Housing Program Volunteer-Driven Affordable Home ConstructionAssists moderate to low-income families in achieving homeownership by constructing their own homes, with families contributing 65% of the construction labor. The program has helped over 700 families and is currently building 10 houses in San Luis, AZ.
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- Financial Literacy and Homebuyer Education Homebuyer Education and CounselingOffers a 10-hour bilingual First-Time Homebuyer Education Program covering budgeting, credit, insurance, taxes, and loan preparation, and provides a Financial Literacy Program with counseling on budgeting, banking, and financial decision-making. The organization also offers one-on-one foreclosure intervention counseling.
- Financial Literacy and Homebuyer Education Homebuyer Education and CounselingOffers a 10-hour bilingual First-Time Homebuyer Education Program covering budgeting, credit, insurance, taxes, and loan preparation, alongside a Financial Literacy Program providing counseling on budgeting, banking, and financial decision-making.
- Financial Literacy and Homebuyer Education Homebuyer Education and CounselingOffers a 10-hour bilingual First-Time Homebuyer Education Program covering budgeting, credit, insurance, taxes, and loan preparation. Additionally, it provides a Financial Literacy Program with counseling on budgeting, banking options, and financial decision-making, as well as one-on-one foreclosure intervention counseling.
- Homeownership Education and Counseling Homebuyer Education and CounselingOffers a 10-hour bilingual First-Time Homebuyer Education Program covering budgeting, credit, insurance, taxes, and loan preparation, along with a Financial Literacy Program providing counseling on budgeting, banking, and financial decision-making. The organization also provides one-on-one foreclosure intervention counseling to help families negotiate with lenders.
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how they think
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- Affordable Housing Provision and Accessibility affordable_housing_modelThe organization provides affordable housing using state-designated rent levels and income eligibility requirements, and increases accessibility by accepting Section 8 tenant-based vouchers at most properties. They also use an affordable, modern, innovative, custom, and handicap-accessible home design approach.
- Affordable Housing Provision and Accessibility affordable_housing_modelThe organization provides affordable housing through state-designated rent levels with income eligibility requirements, utilizing modern, innovative, and handicap-accessible designs, and increasing accessibility by accepting Section 8 tenant-based vouchers.
- Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) Model cdfi_modelOperating as a U.S. Treasury-certified CDFI, the organization supports economic development in underserved communities by increasing access to credit for economically disadvantaged individuals and businesses excluded from traditional financial systems.
- Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) and Community Lending cdfi_modelOperating as a U.S. Treasury-certified CDFI, the organization uses community lending to support economic development in underserved communities by increasing access to credit for economically disadvantaged individuals and businesses excluded from traditional financial systems.
- Community Lending and Financial Capability Building community_lendingThe organization increases access to credit for economically disadvantaged individuals and businesses excluded from traditional financial systems through community lending and operates as a U.S. Treasury-certified CDFI to support economic development, emphasizing financial capability as a foundation for sustainable homeownership.
- Community-led Development and Empowerment community_empowermentThe organization empowers residents, particularly Mexican-Americans and new immigrants, by addressing systemic barriers and fostering community development through building resident leadership, facilitating engagement initiatives, and providing training and development opportunities that build skills and work ethic.
- Deliver integrated housing services with financial capability training integrated_housing_servicesProvides a one-stop housing resource center that combines homeownership education, financial counseling, and housing assistance to build financial capability as a foundation for long-term housing stability.
- Empower marginalized communities through systemic barrier reduction community_empowermentFocuses on empowering Mexican-Americans and new immigrants by addressing root causes such as low wages, limited access to financing, and lack of political representation to create lasting community change.
- Ensure housing affordability through income-based rents and voucher acceptance affordable_housing_modelMaintains affordable housing by adhering to state-designated rent levels with income eligibility requirements and accepting Section 8 vouchers to maximize accessibility for low-income tenants.
- Expand financial access through CDFI and community lending cdfi_modelOperates as a U.S. Treasury-certified CDFI to increase credit access for underserved individuals and businesses by leveraging community lending practices that bypass traditional financial exclusion.
- Financial Incentives for Home-Based Care Quality financial_incentive_for_home_based_careThe organization improves childcare and nutrition quality by providing financial support to home-based providers who serve meals to children, thereby incentivizing better care practices.
- Financial Incentives for Home-Based Childcare Quality financial_incentive_for_home_based_careThe organization improves childcare and nutrition quality by financially supporting home-based providers who serve meals to children, thereby incentivizing better care practices.
- Financial Incentives for Home-Based Childcare Quality financial_incentive_for_home_based_careThe organization improves childcare and nutrition quality by financially supporting home-based providers who serve meals to children.
- For-Profit Subsidiary for Asset Management for-profit subsidiary modelThe organization utilizes a for-profit subsidiary model to provide licensed property and asset management services, focusing on affordable housing and real estate in the Yuma County area, employing trained professionals to develop efficiency-focused strategies.
- For-Profit Subsidiary for Asset Management for-profit subsidiary modelThe organization utilizes a for-profit subsidiary model to provide licensed property and asset management services, focusing on affordable housing and real estate in the Yuma County area, employing trained professionals to develop efficiency-focused strategies for managing clients' real estate assets.
- For-Profit Subsidiary for Asset Management for-profit subsidiary modelThe organization uses a for-profit subsidiary model to provide licensed property and asset management services, focusing on affordable housing and real estate in Yuma County, employing trained professionals to develop efficiency-focused strategies for managing clients' real estate assets.
- Grant-Funded Partnership Model for Essential Services grant-funded partnership modelThe organization uses government grants and local partnerships to deliver essential services, such as clean drinking water, to underserved communities.
- Grant-Funded Partnership Model for Essential Services grant-funded partnership modelThe organization utilizes government grants and local partnerships to deliver clean drinking water to underserved communities.
- Grant-Funded Partnership for Essential Services grant-funded partnership modelThe organization delivers clean drinking water to underserved communities by securing government grants and forming local partnerships.
- Implement mutual self-help housing with labor equity and skill building mutual_self_help_housingEngages families in constructing their own homes through a member-driven model that reduces costs via sweat equity, builds community cohesion, and strengthens work ethic through training and shared effort.
- Integrated Housing Resource Center integrated_housing_servicesThe organization operates a one-stop housing resource center that integrates financial counseling and homeownership education with various housing assistance services to provide comprehensive support to individuals and families.
- Integrated Housing Services and Financial Capability Building integrated_housing_servicesThe organization operates a one-stop housing resource center that integrates financial counseling and homeownership education with housing assistance, emphasizing the building of financial capability as a foundation for sustainable homeownership.
- Leverage network affiliation for capacity building network_affiliation_modelAs a member of the NeighborWorks America network, the organization accesses technical assistance, grants, training, and peer learning to strengthen local community development efforts through shared national resources and best practices.
- Mutual Self-Help Housing Model self_help_housingThe organization utilizes a mutual self-help housing model where low-income individuals and families contribute significant labor to reduce construction costs, build equity, and foster community cohesion, enabling them to acquire land and develop affordable housing through flexible payment plans and fiduciary support.
- Network Affiliation for Capacity Building network_affiliation_modelThe organization leverages its membership in the NeighborWorks America network to gain national support for technical assistance, grants, training, and peer learning, thereby strengthening local community development efforts.
- Network Affiliation for Capacity Building network_affiliation_modelThe organization leverages its membership in the NeighborWorks America network to access national support for technical assistance, grants, training, and peer learning, thereby strengthening local community development efforts.
- Network Affiliation for Capacity Building network_affiliation_modelThe organization leverages its membership in the NeighborWorks America network to gain access to national support, including technical assistance, grants, training, and peer learning, thereby strengthening its local community development efforts.
- Offer walk-in access to essential services for community convenience walk-in_accessProvides walk-in access to fingerprinting and notary services without appointments to lower barriers and increase accessibility for community members.
- Partner in grant-funded initiatives to address basic infrastructure needs grant-funded_partner_modelCollaborates with government agencies and local partners using grant funding to deliver critical services such as clean drinking water to underserved communities.
- Promote youth leadership to strengthen community engagement youth_leadership_developmentInvests in youth leadership development programs to build civic capacity and foster long-term community engagement.
- Provide affordable, accessible, and custom home design for low-income families affordable_home_constructionUses modern, innovative, and handicap-accessible home designs tailored to low-income families to promote sustainable homeownership through affordability and inclusivity.
- Self-Help Housing Model self_help_housingThe organization utilizes a self-help housing model where low-income individuals and families contribute significant labor to reduce construction costs, build equity, and foster community cohesion, often through flexible payment plans and fiduciary support for land acquisition and development.
- Support home-based childcare providers through financial incentives financial_incentive_for_home_based_careImproves the quality of childcare and nutrition by financially supporting home-based providers who serve meals, thereby strengthening community-based care systems.
- Use for-profit subsidiary to sustainably manage affordable housing assets for-profit_subsidiary_modelOperates a for-profit subsidiary to provide licensed, professional property and asset management services focused on affordable housing, using efficiency-driven strategies to ensure long-term sustainability and value.
- Youth Leadership Development for Community Engagement youth_leadership_developmentThe organization strengthens community engagement by providing leadership development programs specifically designed for youth.
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what they call their work
Affordable Housing Development and Management
Develops and manages affordable rent apartment communities, such as Bienestar Apartments I and CDB Valley View Apartments.
Bienestar Apartments I
Affordable rent apartment community with 92 units (44 two-bedroom and 48 three-bedroom) serving low-income residents.
Bienestar Housing Resource Center (BHRC)
A one-stop center helping people meet housing needs, facilitating access to affordable housing and providing practical financial counseling.
Border Financial Resources (BFR)
CDFI-certified lending division offering consumer loans, mortgage lending, micro business loans, and commercial loans to low-to-moderate income individuals and businesses in Yuma County.
Financial Literacy Program
Provides sessions on banking options, personal and family budgeting, and financial decision-making; participants receive a certificate upon completion.
First-Time Homebuyer Education Program
Bilingual 10-hour training program covering budgeting, credit, home insurance, property taxes, closing costs, maintenance, and mortgage products for first-time homebuyers.
Foreclosure Intervention Counseling Program
Provides one-on-one counseling to families at risk of foreclosure, helping them understand financial options and negotiate with lenders.
Las Brisas Apartments
Affordable housing project seeking chronically homeless applicants aged 55+ and low income; provides rental units to support stable housing.
Mutual Self Help Housing Program
USDA-funded program where low-income families perform 65% of the construction labor on their own homes, reducing costs and building community through shared effort under professional supervision.
Nutrition Program
Supports over 360 home-based day care providers to deliver nutritious meals to approximately 2,160 children monthly; fourth largest program of its kind in Arizona.
SOURCE Hydropanel System Program
Provides free SOURCE Hydropanel systems to Arizona communities to ensure access to clean, reliable drinking water.
Safe, Reliable Drinking Water Initiative
Provides free SOURCE Hydropanel systems to families in need through a government grant and partnership with Local First Arizona and SOURCE.
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who they work with
- 1st Bank Yuma Partner — Financial institution affiliate of Comite de Bien Estar Inc.
- AEA Federal Credit Union Partner — Financial institution affiliate of Comite de Bien Estar Inc.
- Arizona Child Adult Care Food Program Partner — Sponsors the Arizona CACFP to support home-based child care providers in delivering nutritious meals to children.
- Arizona Community Foundation of Yuma Partner — Local foundation affiliate supporting community initiatives, partnered with Comite de Bien Estar Inc.
- Arizona Department of Housing Government — State agency affiliate supporting Comite de Bien Estar Inc.
- Arizona Livescan Partner — Partner organization providing fingerprinting services through Comite de Bien Estar
- BMG Property Management, Inc. Partner — Subsidiary of Comite de Bien Estar that manages Las Casitas Apartments.
- Bank of America Partner — Financial institution affiliate of Comite de Bien Estar Inc.
- Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. Partner — Affiliated organization of Border Financial Resources
- City of San Luis Partner — Collaborates on community building and engagement activities
- Clearinghouse CDFI Partner — Affiliated organization of Border Financial Resources
- Clearinghouse Community Development Financial Partner — Community development financial institution affiliate of Comite de Bien Estar Inc.
- Community Housing Capital Partner — Organization affiliate focused on housing finance, partnered with Comite de Bien Estar Inc.
- Farm Labor Housing Government — Provides subsidy funding for Tierra Del Cielo Apartments.
- Federal Home Loan Bank Affordable Housing Program Government — Federal housing program affiliate supporting Comite de Bien Estar Inc.
- Housing Assistance Council Partner — National nonprofit affiliate supporting rural housing, partnered with Comite de Bien Estar Inc.
- JP Morgan Chase Partner — Financial institution affiliate of Comite de Bien Estar Inc.
- Local First Arizona Partner — Partner in delivering clean drinking water to Arizona communities through a government grant.
- Local Initiatives Support Services (LISC) Partner — National community development support organization affiliate of Comite de Bien Estar Inc.
- MGM Design Partner — Developed the organization's website
- National Bank of Arizona Partner — Financial institution affiliate of Comite de Bien Estar Inc.
- Nehemiah Foundation Partner — Nonprofit organization affiliate supporting community development, partnered with Comite de Bien Estar Inc.
- NeighborWorks America Network — Member of the NeighborWorks America network, receiving technical assistance, flexible grants, and comprehensive training.
- NeighborWorks America Partner — National nonprofit supporting community revitalization, affiliate of Comite de Bien Estar Inc.
- ROC Government — Licensed construction company under ROC (Registrar of Contractors), license number 237337.
- Rural Community Assistance Corporation (RCAC) Partner — Nonprofit providing technical assistance in rural communities, affiliate of Comite de Bien Estar Inc.
- SOURCE Partner — Collaborates to provide SOURCE Hydropanel systems for clean drinking water at no cost.
- San Luis, Arizona Government — Primary community served and location of operations
- Trellis Partner — Arizona-based community development organization affiliate of Comite de Bien Estar Inc.
- U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (USDA) Government — Federal agency affiliate supporting housing and community development for Comite de Bien Estar Inc.
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